Job Duties:
• Develops, plans and manages the coordination and execution of various special events and programs on and off campus. Guides the vision and goals of the team while developing and implementing numerous, highly-attended co-curricular service vehicles throughout the academic year, which builds civic involvement & commitment at the College (ex: Volunteer Fair, Spring into Service, Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, multiple recurring service projects, etc.). Manages all event and project budgets. Researches, develops and supervises community service programs, to address real and identified community needs. Establishes and nurtures productive relationships with community partners in promotion of service programs.
• Plans, develops and manages the Alternative Break Program, consisting of 10-15 national and international trips annually. This includes ensuring procedural compliance with safety and health risks, budget management of trips that range from $5,000 to $40,000 each, understanding passport/visa requirements, conducting driver training, purchasing international insurance, and registering the trips with the State Department. Supervises students from the Alternative Break Leadership Board as well as recruits and selects site leaders, participants, and advisors. Designs and implements consistent and ongoing training for site leaders. Trains participants on relevant social issues, reflection, diversity, and culture using Break Away curriculum. Expands program with new projects/sites and strengthens relationships with existing partners. Evaluates program and seeks ways to improve participant experiences. Establishes relationships with Institutional Advancement and ORGA to explore and seek out private and public sources of funding for the program.
• Manages the business operations of the Center and coordinates office functions. Conducts weekly staff meetings and orders departmental supplies & equipment. Produces and maintains records, reports, and documentation of programs and events and their outcomes. Designs and maintains the Center’s website, social media, and blog, ensuring compliance with the College’s brand.
• Recruits, hires, manages, trains and evaluates AmeriCorps VISTA staff associated with Alternative Break and co-curricular service vehicle planning.
• Recruits, hires, manages, trains and evaluates student fellows who oversee placement of students, faculty and staff in community service programs. Provides leadership, advice and assistance to staff regarding procedural compliance.
• Promotes the Center for Civic Engagement through presentations, publications, outreach and awareness for the College and public.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree in public administration, student personnel services, or related area preferred. Experience in higher education programming or community work. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of community service, volunteer coordination, campus/community partnerships, information systems, event planning, and management experience. Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills. Ability to develop, coordinate, and assess multifaceted events and programs. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be willing to work weekends and evenings. Local travel and occasional weekend and/or overnight travel required. Must possess a valid SC driver’s license.
https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/4222